Jesus never claimed to be Yahweh or God; he merely identified himself.

The article argues that the claim made by some Muslims that Jesus did not use the name YHWH is a misunderstanding of the Christian position. The reference to John 8:58 is not about the specific name YHWH, but rather about Jesus identifying himself in a manner that aligns with God's self-revelation to Moses. In Exodus 3:14, God declares, 'I AM WHO I AM', and instructs Moses to tell the Israelites that 'I AM has sent me to you.' By saying 'before Abraham was, I AM', Jesus is making a profound statement about his eternal existence and divine nature. Furthermore, the article points out that the Greek phrase 'ego eimi' used by Jesus is not merely a self-identification but carries the weight of the divine name YHWH, which signifies the Living One. The context of Jesus' dialogue with the Jews highlights that he is not just claiming to exist before Abraham but is asserting his identity as the eternally subsisting God. This is reinforced by the fact that Jesus speaks of Abraham rejoicing to see his day, indicating a unique relationship between Jesus and Abraham that transcends time. In conclusion, the argument presented in the article is that Jesus’ use of 'I AM' is a clear claim to divinity, paralleling the self-identification of God in the Old Testament. This understanding is crucial for recognizing the Christian belief in the divinity of Christ and his identity as Yahweh.